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The Hardy Plant Society

The advancement of the culture, study and improvement of hardy herbaceous plants; the preservation of older rarer and lesser known hardy plants; to advance knowledge of hardy plants; to organise visits to places of interest in connection with the study of hardy plants.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of the culture, study and improvement of hardy herbaceous plants; the preservation of older rarer and lesser known hardy plants; to advance knowledge of hardy plants; to organise visits to places of interest in connection with the study of hardy plants.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£139,773
Latest Expenditure
£204,230

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 146.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 146.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£139,773
£204,2300 / 20
2023
£120,516
£199,4080 / 20
2022
£112,127
£127,6230 / 20
2021
£110,240
£100,2940 / 20
2020
£115,354
£106,3090 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Hardy Plant Society

What does The Hardy Plant Society do?

The advancement of the culture, study and improvement of hardy herbaceous plants; the preservation of older rarer and lesser known hardy plants; to advance knowledge of hardy plants; to organise visits to places of interest in connection with the study of hardy plants.

How much income did The Hardy Plant Society report in 2024?

The Hardy Plant Society reported total income of £140k and reported expenditure of £204k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Hardy Plant Society registered as a charity?

The Hardy Plant Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 1964 as charity number 208080. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Hardy Plant Society?

The Hardy Plant Society is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Steven David Bustin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Hardy Plant Society operate?

The Hardy Plant Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Hardy Plant Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Hardy Plant Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 208080.

Details

Address
BASEPOINT BUSINESS CENTRE
CRAB APPLE WAY
VALE PARK
EVESHAM
WR11 1GP
Registration Date
7 April 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
208080
Charity Number
208080

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Trustees

Steven David Bustin Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Ann Franks
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Carolyn White
David Reginald Peter Gorman
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James Michael Miller
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Janice Vaughan
Also governs 1 other charity
Maliya Ann Price
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Martin David Leigh
Also governs 1 other charity
Nicholas Hales
Robert Mark Swallow
Samantha Jane Cook

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